Nursing student earns full ride to MSU

Coronado High School 2024 graduate Kayla Norman has received a full scholarship to attend Michigan State University this fall, where she plans to major through the College of Nursing and the Honors College. 

Norman was selected from approximately 1,200 of the top high school seniors who applied to MSU. She wrote short essay responses, took an intensive general knowledge exam, and participated in interviews with the selection committee this past winter to ultimately earn the scholarship. 

“Being one of the world's top research universities, Michigan State University has excellent opportunities in that aspect,” Norman said. “I was offered a Professional Assistantship research position related to my nursing major, which would greatly help accelerate my education and career.” 

At her high school, Norman has been active in varsity cheerleading and Civic Engagement Club. 

Norman is also a Nursing Scholar where she earned a guaranteed seat in the BSN program. This program is for high achieving high school students, which gives opportunities for research with a Nursing Faculty member. 

Eighteen incoming MSU students have been awarded an Alumni Distinguished Scholarship or University Distinguished Scholarship that will cover full tuition, room and board, and a stipend for up to eight semesters of study. 

The scholarships – considered among the most competitive awards in the country – are valued at approximately $140,000 for in-state students and $240,000 for out-of-state students. 

Each awardee also receives a spot in the Honors College’s Professorial Assistantship program, which provides a two-year research placement with a faculty member. 

By Melanie Brender 

Read more on the MSU Honors College website: https://honorscollege.msu.edu/news/2024-msu-alumni-and-university-distinguished-scholars/